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Stilfontein: Head of Department: Construction Materials posted by People Dimension

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Job Description/Duties:

Operational & Production Management
Oversee and optimize production processes in crushing and ready-mix plants.
Ensure operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality standards.
Implement best practices for plant maintenance and reliability.
Design and implement structured operational workflows to improve efficiency.

Business Development & Client Relations
Identify and develop new business opportunities within the construction materials market.
Maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
Drive strategic initiatives to expand market presence and profitability.
Work procurement, contribute to tender or negotiation process. Ensure work is obtained at correct margin levels.

Safety & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
Develop and enforce safety protocols to mitigate risks and improve workplace safety.
Oversee audits, inspections, and regulatory requirements.

Financial & Resource Management
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets for the division.
Optimize resource allocation, inventory management, and cost control.
Analyse financial reports and implement strategies to improve profitability.

People Leadership & Development
Build, develop, and lead high-performing teams across multiple sites.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork.
Ensure effective workforce planning, training, and succession planning.
Training and mentorship capabilities, ensuring training is conducted and carried out as per requirements from a strategic point of view.

Strategic Leadership and Vision
Ability to develop and execute long-term strategies for the division, ensuring alignment with the company’s broader goals.
Demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to anticipate industry trends and drives innovation within the construction materials division.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Fosters a culture of innovation by encouraging new ideas and driving the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, materials, and practices.
Supports research and development initiatives, ensuring that the division stays at the forefront of construction material innovations.

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Integrity and Ethical Leadership
Maintains the highest ethical standards in business dealings, ensuring transparency and accountability in all operations.
Cultivates a culture of honesty, respect, and trust within the team and with external stakeholders.
Takes ownership of compliance with industry regulations, environmental sustainability practices, and ethical procurement standards.

Results-Oriented and Goal-Driven
Demonstrates a strong focus on performance, setting clear goals, monitoring progress, and holding the team accountable for delivering results.
Ensures that key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, quality, and profitability are met or exceeded.

Team Building and Talent Development
Leads by example and inspires a high-performing team to achieve excellence.
Mentors and develops talent within the division, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Risk Management and Problem-Solving
Proactively identifies potential risks in operations, supply chains, and project timelines, and implements mitigation strategies.
Possesses a strong ability to resolve complex issues with creativity and pragmatic solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to project delivery.

Communication and Influencing Skills
Communicates clearly and effectively at all levels, presenting complex ideas in a concise and compelling manner.
Influences decision-making across the organization with data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.
Promotes a transparent communication culture that encourages collaboration, feedback, and alignment.

Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications:
B-Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical) or similar fields.
A Business Degree (Postgraduate Diploma/MBA) will be advantageous.
Project Management and Commercial Training Courses.

Experience:
Minimum 5 years experience in a senior management role, preferably within the construction materials industry (crushing, ready-mix, aggregates, or related).
Proven track record of managing complex operations, including production, safety, financial performance, and client relations.
Practical experience with plant operations, production processes, and maintenance.
Strong leadership and business development experience.
Experience in building and leading high-performance teams and structuring effective operational systems.

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Please mail your CV to hr3 (at) peopledimension (dot) co (dot) za

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks, if you do not hear from us by then your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future vacancies.



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